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Top 10 Historical Fiction Novels with a Touch of Romance

If you are a fan of historical fiction novels that also have a captivating romance, you are in for a treat. Combining the allure of the past with heartwarming love stories, these books transport readers to different eras while keeping them engrossed in the affairs of the heart. Here are ten must-read historical fiction novels with a touch of romance:

1. "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon: Set in 18th-century Scotland, this series follows the adventures of Claire Randall, a time-traveling nurse who finds love amidst the turmoil of the Jacobite uprising.

2. "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen: No list of historical romance is complete without this classic. Follow the tumultuous relationship between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy in Regency-era England.

3. "The Bronze Horseman" by Paullina Simons: Set in World War II Russia, this epic love story between Tatiana and Alexander will keep you on the edge of your seat as they navigate the challenges of war and secrets.

4. "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell: Immerse yourself in the American Civil War and Reconstruction Era with Scarlett O'Hara and Rhett Butler's passionate and tempestuous love affair.

5. "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah: Set in German-occupied France during World War II, this powerful tale of two sisters, Vianne and Isabelle, showcases their bravery, sacrifice, and love in the face of adversity.

6. "The Great Alone" by Kristin Hannah: Travel to 1970s Alaska and witness Leni's coming-of-age story, as she navigates a tumultuous relationship alongside her family's struggle to survive in the wilderness.

7. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: This unique tale is narrated by Death itself and follows Liesel Meminger's journey in Nazi Germany, where she discovers the power of words and forms an unlikely friendship.

8. "Memoirs of a Geisha" by Arthur Golden: Transport yourself to 1920s Japan and delve into the secretive and mesmerizing world of a geisha through the eyes of Sayuri as she seeks love and freedom.

9. "The Thorn Birds" by Colleen McCullough: Set in the Australian Outback, this sweeping saga tells the story of forbidden love between the Cleary family's daughter, Meggie, and a Catholic priest, Ralph de Bricassart.

10. "Winter Garden" by Kristin Hannah: In this captivating tale, a mother and her two daughters delve into the secrets of their family's past, uncovering a heartbreaking love story amidst the backdrop of World War II.

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Indulge in the enchanting world of historical fiction with a hint of romance, where rich storytelling and love affairs intertwine to create an unforgettable reading experience. Happy reading!
Tang Men Sweetheart Fiction
Tang Men Sweetheart

Tang Xiao Ba grew up as the cherished treasure of the Tang family, surrounded by the affection of her seven mothers and her own father. As their family gradually declined, she took on the responsibility of revitalizing the family's prestige without hesitation. Despite having seven handsome men by her side, they could only be looked at and not touched! Why? Because love between them would only end up as siblinghood, how unfortunate! Where does her true happiness lie? Perhaps she'll find it while selling honey and waiting patiently.

273.49 Million words | 2022-07-19 09:34Update

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Xue Xiaoran's Ancient Journey of Cohabitation Fiction
Xue Xiaoran's Ancient Journey of Cohabitation

Xue Xiaoran crossed over and found herself in an uninhabited primeval forest. When she opened her eyes, she discovered a half-dead and deformed man. Together, they struggled to survive in the jungle, until they finally managed to escape and embarked on a journey of survival in a different world. However, as their days started to improve, the man not only became increasingly attractive, but his true identity also suddenly changed!

272.24 Million words | 2020-07-30 12:41Update

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The Phoenix Returns to Its Nest Fiction
The Phoenix Returns to Its Nest

From the legitimate daughter of the Marquis House to the influential Empress dowager. Gu Wanning's life has been full of ups and downs, experiencing hardships and enjoying prosperity. As she closed her eyes, exhausted both physically and mentally, she finally found peace. Unexpectedly, when she opened her eyes again, she had returned to the year when she was thirteen...

272.08 Million words | 2022-12-14 21:24Update

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Your lady, Ying. Fiction
Your lady, Ying.

Hu Lu, the barbarian, has his eyes set on the Central Plains, eager to dominate. The emperor indulges in a life of drunken dreams, surrounded by three thousand beauties. The powerful ministers each have their own scheming minds, plotting for wealth and power. This paints a picture of a woeful and tear-inducing scene where disaster is imminent. However, the author remains steadfast in his original intention to continue writing a sweet summer romance! Therefore, Miss from a prestigious family, please put down your long spear and stay away from that dappled horse! You should know that someone has always been standing in front of you, so stop trying to imitate Mulan! Mulan had no choice, okay?!

270.78 Million words | 2021-04-28 01:29Update

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After marrying the richest man in the city, I became more carefree. Fiction
After marrying the richest man in the city, I became more carefree.

【Hot new release "Stunning the World After Leaving the Circle" ongoing, welcome to enjoy!】 #Shocking! The top socialite Song Ci married a level-ten disabled man, Han Zhan! # Everyone laughed at Song Ci for blinded eyes, choosing to marry an unknown soldier with disabilities instead of the wealthy and handsome Second Young Master of Chuandong Group. Only she knew that this man would soon become the richest man in Wangdong City. … Song Ci was reborn to the summer of her childhood. Her older sister, who was murdered by her adoptive father in her previous life, was still alive and the man who had disappointed her was desperately pursuing her, while the man who was once out of reach in Wangdong City remained unknown. In this life, Song Ci vowed to expose scumbags, protect her loved ones, and marry the most beautiful love! 【Post-marriage chapter】 One day, a friend asked Song Ci, "How

263.70 Million words | 2022-03-06 14:54Update

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Like cold light meets the blazing sun. Fiction
Like cold light meets the blazing sun.

"How twisted is this guy's taste? How can he go that far?" She woke up from her sleep, looked at herself in the mirror, with a messy hairstyle, bloody tattoos, and a face that looked like a ghost. It was too painful to even look at for another second. Before she was reborn, she had another love and desperately tried to escape. But after having a relationship with him, she hated him to the bone. After being reborn, she glanced at the alluring figure on the bed, and seriously pondered. It seemed that he should be the one who left the shadow behind. In her previous life, her brain must have been pinched by the door to reject such a stunning husband, and ended up being harmed by a scum man and a cheap woman. She was brainwashed by the most trusted confidante, resulting in a situation where she was betrayed and abandoned by everyone. In this life, all kinds of villains were plotting against her and eagerly wanted her to divorce and step aside. Sorry, but this young lady's IQ is now online! If readers think that "Just Like Cold Light Under a Blazing Sun" is not bad, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and Weibo!

261.25 Million words | 2020-07-11 11:32Update

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The Popular School Grass is a Girl Fiction
The Popular School Grass is a Girl

On the surface, she is a popular high school student who appears to be gay. In reality, she is the hacker Z who uses the internet to track down criminals. Disguised as a boy, she dominates the gaming world, punishes the wicked, and excels in flirting with girls. When the truth about her being a girl is exposed, the whole nation goes crazy! Bo Jiu: 'Qin Dashen, do you have a girlfriend?' Qin Mo puts down his notebook and replies, 'No.' Bo Jiu, in a low voice, starts flirting, 'Then from now on, you do; it's me.' Qin Mo, hearing this, takes charge dominantly! Bo Jiu is puzzled, 'Wait, what are you doing?' Qin Mo says, 'Exercising my rights as your boyfriend!' (This is a rebirth sweet and pampering story with Bo Jiu as the female lead and Qin Mo as the male lead.)

259.23 Million words | 2021-07-24 21:04Update

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Spoiling the Gentlewoman Exclusively Fiction
Spoiling the Gentlewoman Exclusively

Miss Qi, the seventh young lady of the Marquis Mansion in Sicheng, was a flatterer when she was young. Everyone used to say, "What a worry! Will this child ever find a marriage prospect?" Little did they know, a woman can change greatly as she grows up. The chubby girl turned into a breathtaking beauty that captivated the nation. People now say, "What a worry! There are so many suitors, whom should she marry?" The stunning beauty sharpens her knives and declares, "Damn it! I will first slaughter that bastard who spreads rumors about me every day!"

258.83 Million words | 2022-09-07 03:42Update

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Battle of the Noble Ladies Fiction
Battle of the Noble Ladies

Song Chu Yi, who shamelessly disregarded her reputation and befriended the British duke for her entire life, died. On the day of her death, the British duke coincidentally invited a theater troupe to celebrate her younger sister's birthday. Song Chu Yi, who was left all alone, felt no attachment anymore. Unexpectedly, when she opened her eyes, she found herself back to before she got married. She wondered if she should still pursue the so-called true love at all costs. With a calm heart, she replied, "If it's not mine, I don't want it. Let's forget about everyone's mistakes from the previous life and live well in this life." However, someone else who had also reincarnated seemed to be a constant annoyance, like a persistent plaster. Song Chu Yi couldn't

256.19 Million words | 2022-09-16 09:34Update

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Everything is as easy as can be. Fiction
Everything is as easy as can be.

From a modern mathematical genius to an ancient burden. Disliked by the stepfather, unloved by the biological mother, only the younger brother is there for support. What? The school teaches not poetry and painting, but fortune-telling and divination? Even the homework predicts whether tomorrow will be rainy or sunny. Oh heavens, where has she ended up? Can she apply for a transfer? Wait, she can actually use mathematics to understand this mysterious study of the Yi? It seems that to make everything as "easy" as possible, careful calculation is necessary. (Updated daily, seeking support, ╭(╯╰)╮) (Disclaimer: This story is purely fictional. Any resemblance to real events or people is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.)

254.70 Million words | 2020-09-21 06:11Update

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The Beloved Imperial Concubine of Prosperous Times Fiction
The Beloved Imperial Concubine of Prosperous Times

A decree, a forced marriage. The worthless prince, deemed a waste. The world speaks: a perfect match! With a smile on her lips, she desires only a peaceful life after experiencing life and death. In the joyous hall, his heart grows cold as ice, enduring humiliation. One day, he will trample the world under his feet. He is my husband, who dares harm him! I will eliminate them! She is my wife, whoever dares hurt her, I will avenge her! I don't believe in ghosts or gods, nor do I seek the heavens. If she were to perish, I will turn this world into a purgatory, and let this land serve as her sacrifice!

252.55 Million words | 2021-05-20 15:39Update

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Marriage Scheme of a Noble Lady Fiction
Marriage Scheme of a Noble Lady

Recommendation: Red Bean's new book "Golden Chamber, Jade Hall" (http://www.ruochu.com/book/). A time-traveling protagonist who reincarnates as the legitimate daughter of a marquis's household, with the added bonus of past memories. Gu Yuehua accepts it with some unease, but before she can fully adapt to this new identity, various clowns start popping up one after another. First, the crown prince from her previous life, who caused the demise of her previous self and her family, points at her and curses her as a despicable woman. He ends up getting knocked unconscious by a teapot thrown by her. Then her cousins from the same family come to provoke her, only to be defeated by her elegant words. From then on, Gu Yuehua, who was once gentle and virtuous, is labeled as a shrew. Well, if she's a shrew, how much is her reputation worth? She should focus on protecting her sister

251.77 Million words | 2023-06-16 02:42Update

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Rebirth of the Alluring Heiress Fiction
Rebirth of the Alluring Heiress

Her appearance was destroyed, her beloved mother was wrongfully killed, a cup of poison was not enough, and she perished in flames! Reborn against the odds, she vowed to overturn the world and seek vengeance for her blood feud! Opening her eyes once again, she found herself back at the age of thirteen, her mother having just passed away and her father yet to remarry. Determined not to repeat past mistakes, she began to carefully plan her every move, unaware that she would uncover a thirty-year-old unsolved case. Blessed with extraordinary beauty, she would not waste this life! The talented girl behind the embroidered screen has already set her stratagems

250.55 Million words | 2021-11-15 06:12Update

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Marriage Transcends the Boundaries of Time Fiction
Marriage Transcends the Boundaries of Time

Hewei, who had spent sixteen years living the life of a rich young lady in a boudoir, returned to the modern world after completing a system task, only to find herself in the wrong body. She became the daughter of a lower-class family living in the city, even more destitute than rural people. Determined to help improve her family's financial situation and make up for regrets from her previous life, she decided to pursue her dream of attending a prestigious university and eventually earning a doctorate. However, before she could even take the first step towards her second goal, she was already married off to an unscrupulous person and taken back home... ( ̄. ̄) PS: This is actually a sweet and pampering story about a girl who accidentally time-travelled, and ended up being forced into marriage by a seemingly cold and ruthless military man. Keywords: time travel, system, military marriage, showing affection...

250.45 Million words | 2021-06-08 12:42Update

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A Leap through a Good Farm Gate Fiction
A Leap through a Good Farm Gate

Stillness in another world, a forgotten village girl who is sick and dying seeks permission to return home for a peaceful reunion with her family and a final resting place. Returning to her pastoral countryside, with the love and care of her parents and siblings, her health improves. Her mother insists on finding her a good man to marry... To marry or not to marry? Marriage means a life filled with basic needs like food and clothing. It means having a stocked cupboard with oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, along with a shed for raising chickens, ducks, pigs, and rabbits. It means dealing with a few unscrupulous relatives and a pot full of old grudges and new grievances. Reputation, social status, societal expectations, and the attitude of the in-laws are all things she must face and handle with utmost seriousness. 'In the first half of my life, I was at the mercy of others. In the second half, I will rely on myself.' Good luck, Li Xin!

246.20 Million words | 2021-06-11 18:52Update

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Rebirth brings a beautiful life. Fiction
Rebirth brings a beautiful life.

She is a fearsome world-class secret agent, operating in the shadows. Unexpectedly, she finds herself reborn into a poor single-parent household in 1970s Hong Kong. This is the story of her rise, step by step! PS: The days of digging holes and filling them up have begun again. Seeking clicks, seeking bookmarks... all kinds of pleading...

245.55 Million words | 2020-08-31 13:15Update

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Beautiful Countenance in Flourishing Times Fiction
Beautiful Countenance in Flourishing Times

Reborn in the Great Xia Empire, Sheng Siyan may appear harmless like a little white rabbit, delicate and easy to manipulate. Little do people know, she is actually a cunning and clever little fox who never loses. When it comes to choosing a spouse, the little fox naturally has a discerning eye. And so, Sheng Siyan realizes that she has been fortunate enough to pick a husband who brings his own invincibility halo to the table... O(∩_∩)O Haha, life is now enjoyable. Husband, you go engage in battles, I'll enjoy the blessings and comforts! Husband: =_= Isn't engaging in battles a woman's battlefield, my lady? You're being unfair... ——*——*——*——*—— A certain author has completed a trilogy of ancient-style novels: "Coldness of Smoke and Water," "The Rules of Reborn Space," "Walking Hand in Hand with You." There is also a completed fantasy martial arts and mystery novel "Replenishing the Sky Chronicle." And lastly, a completed lengthy historical romance novel "The Handbook for the Original Consort." Quality assured, feel free to jump into any of these stories. O(∩_∩)O

245.30 Million words | 2022-01-24 06:29Update

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I Mend Treasures in the Noble Family Fiction
I Mend Treasures in the Noble Family

Miss Fang, the second daughter of the Fang family, is married off and left to live alone, much to everyone's delight. Green pine, amber, agate, and cornelian are her dowry, worthless? Will Miss Fang dare to say so? Before the wedding day, her husband returns in glory, with a young wife on the left hand and a newborn child on the right, turning Miss Fang from a lonely widow to a lower-class housewife. Her natal family finds her embarrassing, and her husband's family finds her a burden, so Miss Fang reverts to her old profession. Damaged calligraphy and paintings, chipped porcelain, broken Qingtong... She picks up bargains until her hands ache counting the money. Treasures from the Song Dynasty, she can't bear to sell; white-glazed blue and white porcelain vases are her favorites; purple sandalwood carved screens, painted dancing clay figurines, gold-plated silver vases, bronze galloping horses... As a talented restoration master, she can only bring in more treasures, but not take them out. Mr. Jiang points at the jade pendant hanging around Tang's neck; wearing the token of Mrs. Jiang, she can choose from the Jiang family's collection of a hundred years. Miss Fang is puzzled, isn't this the compensation she received?

241.61 Million words | 2022-11-19 06:13Update

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The First Black Material Queen Fiction
The First Black Material Queen

Strongly recommend the new novel 'After Reversing, I Married my Arch Enemy'. Reverse into the notorious and banned has-been actress, engage in hype, plastic surgery, love triangle, bribery, diva behavior, and use hidden rules to climb up? The esteemed queen returns with arrogance and dominance! Punch the movie king, kick the actress, dominate the entertainment industry! Kick away the husband, party to the skies, party in space, go wild in the universe, make people go crazy! The queen says, as long as she can get rid of the dog emperor, she'll accept time travel! But... what the hell! Why does my husband look exactly like the dog emperor?! Recommended completed novels by the author, 'Hello, My Male God' and 'Hello, My School Flower!', both are cross-dressing sweet romance novels, welcome to get hooked O(∩_∩)O.

241.01 Million words | 2021-07-14 04:06Update

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The Rebirth of the Bewitching Noble Lady Fiction
The Rebirth of the Bewitching Noble Lady

General's Mansion's eldest daughter Duan Qingming, was persecuted to death by her half-sister Duan Yulan. Reborn at the age of nine, she vows to change her fate and seek revenge for herself and her children. Aunt Liu Rong presides over the affairs of the General's Mansion, manipulative and cunning. General Duan is about to go on a long expedition, not returning for three years. Duan Qingming must seize control during this time to avoid being at the mercy of others. Ning Mama, loyal to Duan Qingming, is framed by Aunt Liu Rong and is about to be expelled from the mansion. Nine-year-old Duan Qingming cleverly rescues her and begins to rewrite her life. In her past life, Duan Qingming's younger brother, Duan Yu, was corrupted by Aunt Liu Rong and ultimately died tragically in a brothel. In this life...

238.52 Million words | 2020-08-27 17:26Update

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Leisurely Farm Girl Fiction
Leisurely Farm Girl

Liang TianTian accidentally traveled through time and found herself in a destitute situation amidst ongoing conflicts. Her mother had passed away, leaving behind four little siblings, which overwhelmed Liang TianTian. They say stepmothers are cruel, but Liang TianTian realized that a stepmother could be just as unreliable these days. She decisively separated from her brothers and armed herself with the power of her spatial abilities, contemplating, "Should I make a fortune first, or make a fortune first?" Ling Xu woke up to find himself reborn into his childhood. Reflecting on the splendor of his past life, he suddenly realized that the only thing deeply etched in his memory was the girl who had walked out of the mountain ditch with him. When the transmigrated woman met the reborn man, Liang TianTian expressed that money still looked better.

237.72 Million words | 2023-01-06 22:49Update

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